UN Peacekeeping Patch

Insignia UN Peacekeeping Shoulder Patch 1946

Patch, Shoulder  - nato case (2) - Copy - CopyThe UN emblem shown on the shoulder patch was adopted in December 1946. The wreaths of olive branches are a symbol for peace, and the world map represents the people and countries of the world. Blue and white are the official UN colours. Personnel serving on UN missions wear their national uniform with the distinctive blue beret (or helmet, armband or shoulder patch) to distinguish them as a UN peacekeeper.

Patch, Shoulder  - nato case (1) - Copy

Insignia Canadian Army Shoulder Patch Suez 1956

The red shield worn during the Suez Canal crisis in 1956 continued to be used by Canadian soldiers as national identification while on various UN duties around the world up into the 1970s.  Later versions are created from modern materials and have an embroidered edge to them.  

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